SOUTH BRISTOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

South Bristol Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the South Bristol Public Schools school district, located in South Bristol, ME with about 65 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 6 teachers, South Bristol Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

South Bristol Elementary School is a small, community-focused public school located in the coastal town of South Bristol, Maine. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school is known for its intimate learning environment, which allows for smaller class sizes and a high degree of personalized attention. As a core institution within the local community, it emphasizes a supportive atmosphere where educators work closely with families to foster both academic growth and the development of strong social character in their students.

The school is part of the AOS 93 school district, which provides students with access to broader regional resources while maintaining the unique, close-knit identity of a rural Maine schoolhouse. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while taking advantage of the surrounding natural environment, often integrating place-based learning to engage students with the local geography and culture. By prioritizing a holistic approach to education, South Bristol Elementary aims to prepare its students for the transition to secondary school while nurturing a lifelong appreciation for learning within their tight-knit community.

For more information, contact South Bristol Elementary School at (207) 644-8177 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.